NEW: Early Weigh Ins will be available during the registration procedure!

Registration will close on Tuesday, March 20th at midnight EST.

This event is the most prestigious high school event, in any sport, throughout the country. The 2017 National Championships culminated with a total of 4,013 entries. The 2017 Freshman Nationals showcased ­­­­­­­743 entries from 44 states. There were 51 State Champions and 48 State Runner Ups. There were also 246 State Place finishers. This was the largest Freshman Nationals yet!

A springboard to greatness... NHSCA National Championship Events have seen hundreds of its participants enjoy illustrious college careers. Many NCAA champions and All-Americans and USA Olympians have competed in NHSCA National Championship Events when they were in high school. On average NHSCA Nationals alumni make an average of 15 of the 20 NCAA Division I National Wrestling Championship finals appearances each year. On average, 7 of the 10 NHSCA participants claim NCAA titles. 52 of the 80 2017 NCAA All Americans competed here when they were high school career. The 2017 Freshman Nationals produced some unbelievable talent that is going to be a threat for years to come on the collegiate level.

Accept no substitute... Modeled after the NCAA Division I Championship, the NHSCA National Wrestling Championships affords you the very best competition in the country and best chance to be noticed by college coaches. This is a showdown where the best meet the best. It will test your mental and physical toughness as a wrestler. This is a tremendous opportunity for the nation's top ranked wrestlers to collide with the "small school" state runner-up; put the rankings aside and prove that they are the top Freshman wrestler in the country in their weight class. The top 8 place finishers in each weight class will officially be declared Freshman All-Americans and will also be recognized at the National High School Sports Hall of Fame Museum. Truly a brilliant wrestling tradition... Don't miss your chance to be a part of it. One Freshman Champion will be crowned in each weight class. The top eight place finishers in each weight class are officially declared Freshman All-Americans and will receive a statue as well as an All-American certificate.

A showcase for college recruiting... Every college wrestling coach in the country has been invited to attend this event. Past events have served as tremendous showcases of recruiting for the college coach. Last year, over 200 college and university wrestling coaches attended the event. The list of schools included the top 25 Division I wrestling programs in the country. The NHSCA also includes free clinics throughout the event by the best of the best. There have been thousands of scholarships over the past 20 years awarded to individuals because of their performance at this event. Please do not confuse... The 29th Annual NHSCA High School Nationals with any other event. All 40 mats will also be webcast live from Virginia Beach by FLOwrestling. Click Here to see the NHSCA All Americans from years past and full brackets. The full list of NCAA Champions and All-Americans that have competed in this event is extensive.

Don't miss your chance to take your place among the wrestling legends that have proven their abilities on the mat at this event.

Wrestler must be enrolled in high school with Freshman eligibility. There are NO exceptions!

Please Note: If you are NOT enrolled in 9th grade, you will be disqualified on the spot and will not be able to compete the 2019 Nationals Championships.

All wrestlers are asked to bring a copy of their most recent report card or birth certificate to registration/weigh ins as proof if needed.

Entry Fee - $55 -- before March 1st ($60 after)

Please Note: Entry fee will only be refunded with a doctor's note.

Please email the note to Mattie at Potter@Nhsca.com or fax to (610) 923-0800. Refunds will be processed in a timely manner. Any refunded submitted between March 17-28 will be completed on the 29th, when we return to the office.

Weights

Federation weights will be in place:

106, 113, 120, 126, 132, 138, 145, 152, 160, 170, 182, 195, 220, 285

There will be one weigh-in for the entire event with a 3-pound weight allowance.
i.e. 106 weight class will be 109 pounds

Wrestlers may compete at:

The weight class at which you entered your State's 2017-18 Individual or Dual Meet Championships

A higher weight class

As low as your "Minimum Weight Class" according to the NWCA Optimal Weight Calculator, verified by a hard copy of your schools Alpha Master Report.

If your state does NOT use the OPC, then you are required to wrestle no lower than the weight you wrestled at your Individual State or Dual Meet Championships.

For example: If your optimum weight calculator allows you to compete at 121.8, you are only eligible for the 126 lb weight class NOT 120. Your optimum weight calculator must allow you to compete at the "scratch" weight class. However, you can enter the same weight or any weight class higher.

College out of bounds rules will be used for control and near-fall/falls

Any appeals to rulings on the mat will require $50 on the table from the coach in order to be mediated by the head official.

All-American Status

The top eight place finishers in each weight class will receive awards as well as official recognition as Freshman All-Americans.

Upon achieving all-American status, you will receive a certificate with your award.

All-Americans will also be recognized at the future National High School Digital Hall of Fame.

Team Scoring & Award

All American Awards

Most Falls in the Least Amount of Time

Most Outstanding Wrestler

**Individual Awards will be given at the conclusion of the championship finals. You must be present on the awards stand during the presentation to receive your award. Make your travel plans according. Awards will NOT be shipped under any circumstances.**

Team (State) Award- The top scoring state will receive the award. The highest place finisher from each state will score for their state.

Additional Information

Entry fee will only be refunded with a doctor's note. Please email the note to Mattie at Potter@Nhsca.com or fax to (610) 923-0800. Refunds will be processed in a timely manner. Any refunded submitted March 19-28 will be completed on the 29th when we return to the office.

There is no penalty or fee to change your weight. Deadline for weigh changes prior to the event is midnight on Saturday, March 18th. All changes received after will occur on site at the scales.

If you want to add state place finishes or seeding information once you registered, please email to Mattie by Saturday, March 17th at midnight for changes to be effective.

You are not required to have a coach at the event. If you are attending the Championships without a coach, you can sign up for the 'Orphan Coach' during the Wrestlers and Coaches.

**Awards will be given at the conclusion of the championship finals for each division. You must be present on the awards stand during the presentation to receive your award. Plan according. Awards will NOT be shipped.**

The All Event Coach Pass in non-refundable and non-transferable. No exceptions.

Beat the rush and SAVE! Purchase your Online Event passes will be available online February 1st until Wednesday, March 21st at 8p.m. EST

You can purchase your All Event Coach Pass at the event. Please note, the pass at the event will be $80. Method of payment accepted at the event are: School Checks, Cash, Credit. No personal checks will be accepted.

If you purchase both your NHSCA membership and the All Event Coach Pass online, you will check-in in the "Express Line” at the event. Your check-in time at the event will be substantially quicker. Print your receipts and make it even quicker!

This All Event Pass will allow you to coach at the 29th Annual Nationals and the 19th Annual National Duals, May 25-28, 2018 also held at the Virginia Beach Convention Center.

What is the closest airport?The closest airport is Norfolk. It is approximate 18 miles from the venue.

Do I have to wear my high school singlet?No! You can wear any singlet of your choosing. School singlets are fine provided your school does not have an issue.

Do I have to weigh in in a singlet?Yes! All wrestlers are required to wear singlets for weigh ins.

Do I have to wear headgear?No! Headgear is not required but recommended for your safety.

Do I need to be clean shaven for the tournament?Facial hair must meet normal grooming standards; clean-shaven with sideburns no lower than the earlobes. If hair is longer than allowed by rule then a hair cover must be worn to satisfy the hair rule. If a hair cover is worn then a headgear is mandatory.

If I purchase a T-Shirt, will it be shipped to me?No! You will pick up your t-shirt on site during the event from the World Wide Sports Supply T-Shirt Stand located in the lobby of the VBCC.

Can I bring a cooler into the tournament?The VBCC does not allow outside food or beverages.

Will there be a mat open to workout on Thursday?Yes, mat space will be available during the weigh in times only!

Will there be a check scale available on Thursday?Yes, a check scale will be available at the VBCC.

Do I need to have a coach?No, you are not required to have a coach. We do have an “orphan coach” that you can sign up for at the event as well!

Does a coach have to check in Thursday?No, coaches can check in anytime throughout the duration of the event to pick up or purchase an All Events Coach Pass.

Can I park my RV?

The VBCC does not allow RV's to stay over-night in their parking lots. Please see all VBCC rules and regulations here!